Helping You Make Informed Decisions
Decades ago, the term “nursing home” encompassed a wide range of senior facility options without much differentiation. Things have evolved for the better—now, seniors and their family members have choices that effectively target the health and well-being needs of older adults.
There is a flip side: With so many categories, how can you choose? Each option provides support based on individual care requirements, but there can be overlap. And when you think one is best, it might lack the needed caregiving support or have unnecessary services.
Arabella of Red Oak caters to seniors who best benefit from assisted living or memory care services. We’re in Red Oak, Texas, just 25 minutes south of Dallas. Our caregiving team provides focused support for our residents in a welcoming atmosphere that’s unlike skilled nursing facilities.
We realize that our community has specialized services that might not be suited for your loved one. But before you decide, we’ll help you compare assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes while addressing the overlap with rehabilitation services.
Skilled Nursing and Rehab Facilities
When recovering from surgery, illness, or injury, many people turn to rehabilitation nursing homes. These centers focus on chronic conditions, offering physical therapy, occupational therapy, and other rehabilitation services. The goals include helping people of different ages regain independence and improved health outcomes.
Nursing and rehabilitation homes have caregivers trained to support temporary or permanent health needs. They deliver both short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care. Skilled nursing homes provide a higher level of medical support, with around-the-clock supervision and health care services. This type of care is ideal for those who need continuous monitoring or specialized medical attention for serious conditions such as:
- Cancer
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Heart disease
- Depression
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- Stroke
Understandably, the overlap between these types of care can confuse families. If your loved one requires ongoing medical attention while also needing rehabilitation, a skilled nursing home with rehab services may be the best choice. An assisted living community better serves seniors with less intensive medical needs.
Assisted Living vs. Nursing Home Care: A Clear Distinction
Assisted living centers focus on helping residents maintain independence. Team members assist with ADLs (activities of daily living), like bathing, dressing, and grooming; many residents also have help with medication management.
In this setting, seniors often live in spacious, private apartments, promoting a sense of autonomy. Skilled nursing and rehab facilities might only have shared or private rooms. Nursing homes also typically provide three daily meals and might have limited social activities.
Assisted living residents may be offered full activity calendars with special events, enrichment programs, and classes. There are usually more on-site amenities available than what we see in rehab facilities. Nursing homes may offer memory care support, but they do not typically specialize in it exclusively.
Memory Care: A Specialized Approach
Memory care is for those facing cognitive challenges, including Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. These environments offer easy-to-navigate layouts and team members trained to care for individuals with memory impairments. The approach centers on providing supportive settings where residents with cognitive decline can thrive.
Memory care services may overlap with assisted living support in communities that offer both, like Arabella of Red Oak. For example, both types of residents can receive ADL assistance, medication management, and on-site rehabilitation. Memory care settings help residents maintain connections to more general assisted living services while receiving the specialized attention they require.
Key Considerations for Families
We suggest reflecting on the following points when assessing your options:
- Level of Independence: Does your loved one require more independence or ongoing medical supervision?
- Personal Needs: Have they experienced memory-related issues or do they struggle with daily activities?
- Duration of Care: Will they need temporary rehabilitation or long-term living assistance?
Evaluating these factors will lead you to a more tailored solution for your loved one’s care. As you have seen, some of the care services are common to all the choices; now, you can narrow things down.
Arabella of Red Oak Has Three Lifestyle Options
Our Red Oak, TX, community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care, supporting residents with a continuum of care as their needs evolve. They receive personalized care plans that target their health and well-being needs and encourage independence.
The amenities at Arabella of Red Oak further enhance our senior living experience. Residents enjoy activities that stimulate both the mind and body; our signature dining services serve nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary preferences, making mealtime a deliciously healthy experience.
Our team also values a family-centric approach. Loved ones are welcome to visit and engage in social activities with residents, fostering connections that truly matter. If your loved one doesn’t need support for a chronic medical condition, Arabella of Red Oak might be the solution you’re searching for.
We Can Provide the Care Your Loved One Deserves
Passionate Service. Passionate Cleanliness. Passionate Care: Arabella of Red Oak can provide the care your loved one deserves every single day. Let our compassionate team guide you through this journey and help you find a suitable living solution. Contact us to get started.
